this morning hubby went off on a motorbike ride with his mates. He won’t be home till Monday
I love being home alone. I don’t have to cook if I don’t want too and I get to control the TV remote
So I could enjoy my time I got up
And got stuck into doing all I needed to do
I planted the seedlings I bought on Thursday and covered them.
I didn’t use the pipes and netting as I had ordered some covers that fit nicely in the wicking beds
The black meshed cage was missing when I got out there.
I looked all over the backyard thinking maybe it was removed for weeding
Nope couldn’t find it.
Then I remembered who I married
I instantly knew where it was. I opened the back gate and found it. Just over the fence. We had those string winds the just picked it up and dumped it.
He hadn’t tied it down.
It’s now well and truly tied down with bailing twine
The farmers go to for fixing anything around the farm
I used two covers on this bed. You can see the zip ties I’ve used. I chose bright colours so that I can see them easily
This cover is small but it had covered the broccoli I planted.
I’ll plant some silver beet in the area that’s not covered. They’re hardy and usually pest free.
I had to pull out these kale plants and two spindly chilli plants, before planting the broccoli.
The girls appreciated them
Now the demon rooster is gone, even the girls are happy. He would constantly mate with them. One poor girl was his favourite and was getting bald spots due to his constant jumping on her.
Once I did all that I cleaned the kitchen and headed off to art. I also visited the pharmacy to get my prescription filled
Once home I cleaned the fire place and got it ready to light tonight if needed
Then I had to vacuum the mess
I’m now waiting on a woolies shop to arrive. Once that’s all packed away my day is clear
I plan to sit, watch movies and knit or sew. I’ve not decided yet.
I like to surprise myself lol
The weather forecast is for warm sunny days. At least for the next few days
Hopefully my seedlings will settle in and start growing.
I’ll wait a few weeks and plant out a second lot of seedlings
That way I won’t have all crops ready at the same time. I’ll be able to harvest as I need rather than because I have too
Isn't it marvellous having alone time and making all decisions in favour of yourself 😊
ReplyDeleteYour garden is looking good. I've planted more flowers than vegetables but do have a few tomatoes and green peppers. That's what we eat most.
I do like your coverings. I didn't get round to ordering any so hope the cats keep away.
Waiting for a wool drop. Exciting!!!
Are the covers to protect your plants from insects, birds or both?
ReplyDeleteThe biggest pests in our garden are cats. We have 4 or 5 different ones who pass through at night and dig up seedlings and use any bare earth as a toilet. I stick short sticks in the earth to deter them and cover some things with fleece.
Enjoy your solitude and try not to work too hard!
ReplyDeleteMy life is about doing what I want to next, too. Except I don't have black cages to chase. Or logs to lug.
ReplyDeleteDon't you just love those days when there are no other demands on your attention and you can do things at your own speed and in your own order and own way (or not at all) - you get to choose and surprise yourself. They can ne the most productive and satisfying of days.
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